How to cross out a word in WhatsApp?

How to cross out a word in WhatsApp - briefly?

To strike through a word in WhatsApp, you can use the following method:

  1. Type your message as usual.
  2. Select the word you want to cross out and tap on it.
  3. In the menu that appears, choose "Strikethrough" (it looks like a line with a slash through it). This will strike through the selected word.

How to cross out a word in WhatsApp - in detail?

To strike through a word in WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device. This could be an Android smartphone or an iPhone.
  2. Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat where you want to edit the message and strike through a word. You can do this by tapping on the chat from the list of conversations.
  3. Open the Message: Find the specific message that contains the word you wish to cross out. Tap and hold on the message until it is highlighted.
  4. Edit the Message: With the message selected, tap on the three dots (or the edit icon) that appear at the top right corner of the screen. This will open the message in an editable format.
  5. Strike Through the Word: In the editable text box, locate the word you want to strike through. Tap and hold on the word until a context menu appears. From this menu, select the option to "strike through" or "cross out" the word. The word should now have a line through it, indicating that it has been crossed out.
  6. Save the Changes: After striking through the word, tap on the "Send" button (usually represented by an arrow) to save your changes. The edited message will now appear in the chat with the word crossed out.

It's important to note that while you can strike through a word, WhatsApp does not provide an undo function for this action. Once a word is struck through, it cannot be reverted to its original state without deleting and retyping the entire message.

Additionally, the ability to edit messages in WhatsApp is a relatively new feature, so ensure that your app is up to date to access this functionality. If you do not see the option to strike through a word, it might be because your version of WhatsApp does not support this feature yet.